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The canine research community is very important to the AKC Canine Health Foundation. The Foundation's relationship with the investigators includes more than providing grant funding. The Foundation communicates with the research community about the canine health concerns that need to be addressed and they work together to build awareness in the public. Many of the veterinary health specialist across the country participate in the conferences and breeder symposia sponsored by the Foundation both as attendees and as speakers.
Here is a collection of profiles of some members of the canine research community.
You can make contributions to support the specific areas of research that match your interests or greatest health concern.
Your help is needed with canine health research. DNA and tissue samples are needed from healthy dogs and dogs affected by certain diseases.